Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js)

TL;DR

Senior Backend Engineer (Node.js): Building and optimizing scalable backend services in a microservice-oriented environment for a multiposting platform with an accent on integrations with job platforms, API design, and reliability. Focus on developing clean, testable code with Node.js/TypeScript, ensuring performance, and contributing to automation.

Location: Hybrid in Barcelona, Spain with 104 remote days per year (post-probation). Relocation support to Spain is provided.

Salary: €70,000–€85,000 / year

Company

hirify.global is building intuitive, powerful recruiting software to help businesses find the right people effortlessly.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services in a microservice environment.
• Collaborate with frontend, product, and DevOps teams to deliver impactful features.
• Write clean, well-structured, and testable code using modern technologies.
• Conduct peer code reviews and participate in technical retrospectives.
• Help define technical requirements and propose scalable solutions.
• Ensure the reliability, performance, and security of hirify.global’s backend infrastructure.

Requirements

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
• 2+ years of experience working with a strongly typed language (TypeScript, Go, Java, etc.).
• Solid experience with relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORMs.
• Strong understanding of backend architecture, scalability, and performance optimisation.
• Good unit and integration testing experience.
• Experience with message brokers (SNS, RabbitMQ, Kafka, Google Pub/Sub, etc.).

Nice to have

• Experience with Node.js and GraphQL.
• Familiarity with gRPC and protocol buffers.
• Understanding of SOLID principles and Clean Architecture.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes.
• Previous experience in SaaS or HR Tech environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model with 104 remote days per year (post-probation).
• Competitive salary and Apple hardware (MacBook).
• Team events including brunches, sports activities, and quarterly gatherings in Berlin.
• Culture of automation, testing, and knowledge sharing.
• Relocation support including paperwork, travel, and one month of furnished accommodation.

Hiring process

• Intro call (~30 min).
• Hiring Manager Review & Interview (~60 min).
• Technical Interview (~60–120 min).
• Optional: Meet the Team.